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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jun 28, 1923

Page

3

Longtime Halton official retires to be replaced by Archibald McNabb

Editorial notes Dr Samuel Webster ter completes a long tenure as sheriff at eighty one and eleven years past retirement. Archibald L McNabb of Milton selected as successor after years as secretary of Halton U F C and Halton Agricultural Society. He is noted for active involvement with county organizations and a former Conservative background.

Samuel Websterter Archibald L. McNabb Milton Halton U. F. C Halton Agricultural Society John PF. Ford McNabb Dr. Webster Great Britain Bonard Law Stanley Baldwin Law Treasury Lloyd George

Proposal for metal covers over side street openings

The article notes about thirty sidewalk openings in town that are currently covered by improvised two inch planks over surface drains. After a year the planks splinter and fail to fit, creating tripping hazards. It suggests the Streets and Walks Committee obtain metal covers as a permanent, neat, easily removed solution and present samples to the Council for adoption.

Council

Seed Control Act Amended to Mandate Seed Grading

Ottawa Parliament advances amendment to the Seed Control Act under the Department of Agriculture. The bill broadens compulsory grading from timothy alsike red clover and alfalfa to all grass and clover seed plus rye oats barley corn buckwheat sunflowers and several farm crops. Farm sales on premises exempt from grading. farm shop seed must be officially tested and graded.

Department of Agriculture Ottawa Agricultural Committee House of Commons

Our Dominion’s Fifty-Sixth Birthday Celebrated

A candid, uplifting tribute to Canada’s ConfederationTenor: calls for unity service and reverence for law as the nation marks its fifty-sixth anniversary on July 1 1867. The piece emphasizes Canada’s youth and potential, urging loyal Canadians to uphold constitutional virtues.

Fathers of ‘Confederation Canada Upper and Lower Canada America Facra

Canada named UK best customer in 1940s trade rankings

The report states the United Kingdom was Canada’s top buyer last year with pools totaling $370,540,481, followed by the United States at $349,202,300. Australia and Japan also purchase substantial Canadian goods, while per capita exports list New Zealand first with $154.54, Canada second with $100.63, and the U K at $3.36 alongside the United States at $35,905.

United Kingdom Canada United States Australia Japan France Italy Belgium Netherlands British West Indies Newfoundland New Zealand Germany China Greece Norway Swede Cuba Mexico Dominion of

Why Newspapers Are Getting Fewer

W D Samson editor of Renfraw Journal explains why the paper merges with Renfrew Mercury. He cites economic waste from two papers, advertising costs, news gathering duplication, and rising production expenses from 1914 to today. He argues one strong paper serves the town better and urges amalgamation to strengthen local business.

W. D. Samson Renfraw Journal Jamieson Almonte Renfrew Mercury Renfrew Journal

Editorial Notes on Prohibition and Policy Echoes

The piece surveys post election reactions and temperance tensions in Manitoba noting liquor supporters and temperance campaigns influence voter choices. It discusses growing life insurance in Canada and rising milk consumption in Connecticut and Canada, plus early British premiers Baldwin and Bonar Law. It mentions the U S France Britain Italy Belgium agreement on occupation costs and U S war contributions, and criticizes Senate actions on racing tips and gambling legislation.

Drops of Rain Unite to Form Mountains in Thoughtful Tale

A reflective allegory on rain and creation explains how countless drops, gathering from clouds and rivers, build mountains and oceans. The speaker, invoking God and nature, shows each small droplet contributes to vast landscapes and the world’s functioning through unseen, patient processes.

Notable Scottish Child Lores And Street Games

The piece captures Scottish children at play in Edinburgh describing rhymes and clogs on stone pavements as they dance and perform counting out games. It notes the old city landmarks and the Flying Dutchman as a symbol of local charm while detailing simple games with wooden clogs and looping rope activities.

Ty Jono Edinburgh

Jeremiah Takes Preachers Place In Humorous Exit

A humorous church scene ends with a tall man offering his seat to Jeremiah after a preacher finishes with minor and major prophets. The crowd sighs in relief as the speaker moves to Jeremiah, only to have an audience member volunteer to leave.

Jeremiah Sam

If a Man Is Right

An aphoristic reflection on moral courage and steadfastness. The speaker argues that a right man can move forward boldly and remain useful, not needing popularity but driven by mettle and sincerity. Destiny rewards those who stand for what is right, even when unseen.

Parable of a Prodigal Father in Stalled Youth Tale

A retold biblical fable shows a younger son asking for his share and leaving home for education and status. After waste and hardship he returns seeking forgiveness and friendship, but the father offers unconditional welcome, while the son laments lost time and guidance. The tale contrasts true companionship with hollow achievement.

Congress Niall Asem Ako Ang

Adam Clarke and a clerk turned preacher tale of conscience

A fragmentary anecdote recounts a clerk named Adam leaving a dry goods job after refusing to follow an employer’s demand. He pivots to preaching, later becoming a noted commentator of the world, illustrating how personal conscience altered his path.

Adam Clarke Adam

Poem Fragment Reflects on Wisdom and Restraint

A fragment from Edgar A. Guent contemplates youth learning to refrain from meddling with a powerful engine. The speaker notes the engine lies beneath the hood and suggests restraint comes with maturity.

Farmor Anderson and Howley discuss future on farm

The dialogue shows Farmor Anderson asking a boy if he will take an interest in the farm after college. Farmor Howley responds with plans about turning the barn into a garage and beginning a new course of action on the farm.

Anderson Howley

Fragmented Moral Advice Reflected in Themed Verse

Fragmented lines offer reflections on self improvement and resisting folly. The poem hints at daily life, restraint, and love, emphasizing personal growth over complaint. No clear event or identifiable figures emerge from the readable text.

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